After three days of treatment, on the morning of the fourth day—when the public demonstrations had gradually calmed down—the government announced the lifting of the national state of emergency. The National Guard withdrew from cities across the country, and the situation gradually stabilized. At this time, Mu Lin’s clinic released a statement to the media, announcing that the patient had fully recovered after three days of treatment, and that a press conference would be held in the afternoon for media interviews.
After enduring the difficulties of the past few days, the media had learned to be cautious about spreading news from Mu Lin’s clinic so readily. Furthermore, a patient who had essentially been declared dead by medical experts on the Family Medicine Council had, after several days of protests, miraculously been cured by Mu Lin’s clinic. This was a stunning revelation, but until verified, no one dared to believe it easily.
News outlets with connections quickly reached out to the medical experts still staying in New York, hoping to confirm the credibility of the information. Much to their disappointment, these experts had not visited Mu Lin’s clinic at all during these days. Upon hearing the news from the media, they reacted exactly as the reporters had—initially shocked, and later, after calming down, convinced it was an outright lie.
Arrogantly relying on their status as medical experts, they contacted Mu Lin’s clinic, demanding explanations and concrete evidence. However, the clinic’s response was: “Sorry! This is confidential information of our clinic. Without authorization from the clinic’s owner, we have neither the obligation to provide evidence to any individual or organization outside the clinic, nor the right to answer any questions from any party. If you wish to obtain solid evidence, please attend this afternoon’s press conference.”
After hearing this official response from the clinic, the experts began to feel uncertain. After all, Mu Lin’s clinic had a track record of successful treatments—there had never been any reports of failures. Therefore, they dared not casually answer any media questions anymore.
With no other options, they decided not to wait for an invitation from the clinic and made their way there themselves. Reporters who had been waiting outside tried to extract more information or opinions about the clinic’s announcement from them. This time, however, these experts no longer dared to speak freely. One by one, they awkwardly slipped through the wall of reporters and entered the clinic.
When this news reached the mayor of New York City, he refused to believe it was actually issued by Mu Lin’s clinic. He thought it was a conspiracy specifically targeting the clinic, and even the entire city and nation. He believed that these people were spreading false information in an attempt to provoke greater public outrage and create even more chaos in the U.S., aiming to completely destabilize the country.
When he ordered the police department to thoroughly investigate the source of this news, the police chief informed the mayor that it was indeed a message released by Mu Lin’s clinic. They had already filed a report with the police department and were preparing to hold a press conference and press briefing in the afternoon.
After three days of treatment, on the morning of the fourth day—just as the public protests were gradually subsiding—the government announced the lifting of the nationwide state of emergency, and the National Guard withdrew from cities across the country. As the situation began to stabilize, the Woodland Clinic released a statement to the media, announcing that after three days of treatment, the patient had fully recovered and would be holding a press conference in the afternoon for media interviews.
Having endured the hardships of the past few days, the media no longer dared to casually spread news from the Woodland Clinic. Moreover, a patient who had been all but declared dead by experts from the Family Medicine Committee had miraculously been cured by the clinic after three days of protests. This was a shocking revelation, but no one dared to believe it without verification.
Well-connected news outlets hurriedly sought out the medical experts still lingering in New York, hoping to confirm the reliability of the news. However, to their disappointment, these experts had not visited the Woodland Clinic at all in the past few days. Upon hearing the media’s report of the patient’s recovery, their reaction mirrored that of the journalists—first stunned, then, after calming down, convinced it was nothing but an outright lie.
Relying on their status as medical professionals, these experts contacted the Woodland Clinic, demanding an explanation and solid evidence. The response they received was:
*”We apologize, but this is confidential information. Without authorization from the clinic’s owner, we are not obligated to provide evidence to any individual or organization outside the clinic, nor do we have the right to answer any inquiries. If you wish to obtain conclusive evidence, please attend the press conference this afternoon.”*
Hearing this official response, the experts grew skeptical yet hesitant. After all, the Woodland Clinic’s track record of successful treatments was undeniable—they had never heard of a failed case. As a result, they refrained from making any further statements to the media.
Left with no choice, they decided not to wait for an invitation and began making their way to the clinic individually. Reporters stationed outside the clinic tried to extract more news or opinions from them, but this time, the experts dared not speak carelessly. One by one, they slipped past the crowd of journalists and entered the clinic in silence.
When the news reached the mayor of New York City, he outright refused to believe it was an official announcement from the Woodland Clinic. He suspected it was a conspiracy—not just against the clinic, but against New York and the entire nation. In his view, the false report was an attempt to incite greater public outrage, create chaos across the country, and destabilize the United States.
When he ordered the police department to thoroughly investigate the source of the news, the police chief informed him that it was indeed an official statement from the Woodland Clinic. Moreover, the clinic had already filed a notice with the police department, confirming their plans to hold a press conference that afternoon.
Upon receiving this confirmation, the mayor set aside all his work and rushed to the Woodland Clinic with a large entourage. Until he personally verified the truth of the news, he couldn’t focus on anything else. If it turned out to be true, the government would have solid evidence to address media and public skepticism, proving they were a pragmatic administration and winning greater public support.
By the time he arrived at the clinic’s entrance, the scene had reverted to its pre-protest state—swarming with journalists from every media outlet. All of them hoped to secure an exclusive interview about the clinic’s announcement, but regardless of their fame or influence, the clinic’s security personnel gave the same response:
*”We apologize, but without prior authorization from the clinic, our duty is to prohibit entry to all unauthorized personnel. We will not answer any questions.”*
Even the mayor’s convoy received the same treatment. Frustrated, he had to use his car phone to contact the clinic. Only after emphasizing that he needed to discuss a matter of national security with Woodland did the clinic’s secretary reluctantly agree—on the condition that he bring no more than two staff members inside.
Fuming, the mayor entered the clinic with his two aides. The secretary, Sarah, and Stephen greeted him with an apologetic expression:
*”We’re sorry, Mr. Mayor, but you know we must follow clinic protocol. Making an exception for you is already unprecedented. Our director is currently performing the final treatment on the patient and cannot greet you at the moment. Would you prefer to wait in the reception room or outside the patient’s ward?”*
The mayor had no patience for waiting in the reception room. The moment he heard Woodland was conducting the final treatment, he realized the news was likely true. Overwhelmed with excitement, blood rushed to his head, turning his face bright red. He swayed slightly, as if intoxicated.
Sarah and Stephen, having worked at the clinic for a long time, recognized the signs of extreme agitation—possibly leading to a stroke. They quickly steadied him, each pressing firmly on the Hegu acupressure points on his hands.
*”Ah! That hurts! Let go! What are you doing?”* The mayor yelped in pain, snapping back to his senses.
Since they were still near the entrance, his cries were overheard by reporters outside, who immediately perked up their ears. Other journalists noticed the sudden silence and followed suit, leaving the area eerily quiet.
Only the voices of two women could be heard:
*”Goodness, you scared us, Mr. Mayor! Why so worked up? If we hadn’t acted fast, you might’ve had a stroke—then we’d be in serious trouble!”*
*”Alright, alright, let’s get inside quickly!”* The other voice replied before fading away.
The reporters outside exchanged bewildered glances, doubting their own ears. After confirming what they’d heard, they bolted back to their stations. Inside the clinic, the only news that could excite the mayor to the point of near-collapse had to be about *that* patient—indirectly proving the Woodland Clinic’s announcement was true. Everyone raced to break the story as soon as possible.
When they arrived at the gates of Mu Lin’s clinic, the area had returned to its previous state before the protests—dominated by media reporters from all over. All the journalists hoped to get an exclusive scoop on this news from the clinic. However, no matter how famous or influential the media outlet was, the clinic’s security personnel gave the same reply: “Sorry! Without permission from the clinic, our duty is to prohibit the entry of all unauthorized personnel. We refuse to answer any questions.”
The same response was given to the mayor’s motorcade. With no choice, the mayor had to contact the clinic via his car phone. Only after claiming that there was a matter of national security that needed to be discussed with Mu Lin did the clinic’s secretary reluctantly agree to allow the mayor to enter, but only with two accompanying individuals.
Frustrated and angry, the mayor entered the clinic with two staff members. At this point, the secretary Sara and Stephen greeted him with expressions of apology: “We’re very sorry, Mr. Mayor. As you know, we are only following the clinic’s rules. Allowing you in today is already an exception!
Our boss is currently giving the patient his final treatment in the ward and cannot come out to greet you. Would you like to wait in the reception room or outside the ward?”
At this moment, the mayor had no patience to wait in the reception room. Upon hearing that Mu Lin was giving the patient his final treatment, he immediately thought this confirmed the authenticity of the news. Overcome with excitement, his face turned red, and he began to sway unsteadily, as if he were drunk.
Sara and Stephen had worked at the clinic for a long time and immediately recognized the mayor’s condition as an overreaction. Fearing a possible acute cerebral hemorrhage, they quickly supported the mayor and simultaneously pressed their fingers onto the Hegu acupoints on both of his hands.
“Ouch! That hurts so much! Let go! What are you doing?” The mayor, in pain, shouted loudly.
As the group had just entered the clinic’s gate, the mayor’s startled cry was clearly heard by the reporters outside. They immediately perked up their ears to listen carefully. When other reporters noticed their strange behavior, they also fell silent. In an instant, the area outside the clinic became completely quiet.
Only two female voices could be heard: “Oh my! You scared us, Mr. Mayor. Why are you getting so excited? If we hadn’t taken emergency measures, you might have had a cerebral hemorrhage, and we would have been held responsible!
Alright! Alright! Let’s go inside quickly!” Another voice followed, and then the sounds gradually faded away.
The reporters outside looked at each other in disbelief. Everyone doubted their own ears. After confirming what they had heard with each other, they all rushed back to their respective newsrooms. Inside the clinic, the only news that could make the mayor so excited and nearly faint must be related to the patient. This indirectly confirmed that the news released by Mu Lin’s clinic was indeed true. Therefore, everyone wanted to rush back first, transmit the information, and publish the news as soon as possible.
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